Friday, January 22, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Jean Melsheimer (nee McFarland); loving father of Nancy M. (Steve) Rudolph, Ted Alan Melsheimer Jr. and Mary-Ann (Bill) Fischer; dear grandfather of Shelby (Jack Eschenroeder) and Cameron Rudolph, Cody (Malli) and Blake Fischer; dear uncle of 7 and friend to many.
Ted was a 60+ year member of Porsche Club of America and the 356 Registry.
Services: Funeral services will be private. Memorials to the Humane Society or World Wildlife Federation appreciated. A service of KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL.
Dear Nancy, Ted and Mary-Ann: Our sympathy is with you and your family during this difficult time. We were friends with Ted for several decades through the PCA and 356 Registry. Ted was a mentor to us, helping us find and buy a Porsche 356. He was always very supportive and helpful. We enjoyed his dry wit and friendship. My Ted rest in peace.
Dear Nancy, Ted and Mary Ann, My parents (Red and Gloria Gusewelle) were so very fond of your parents! I have not told mom or dad yet about your dad’s passing. They are both in a senior facility and dad currently has Covid. I know they are going to be sad to hear of your dad’s death. So many happy memories though. I enjoyed the pictures posted and I love the one of your parents outside, maybe at the lake?, but their smiles reminded me so much of times they were with mom and dad out here on the farm. Truly the greatest generation…..we owe them much appreciation and admiration for sure. May they rest in peace.
Dear Ones,
So sorry to learn of Ted’s passing. Always enjoyed his company with others in the Porsche 356 world. A gentleman indeed.